Lariago

Tablet · Ipca
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Lariago is a tablet made by Ipca that contains Chloroquine 250 mg. Chloroquine is a antimalarial: treats and prevents some types of malaria.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Chloroquine250 mg

What it is used for

Treats and prevents some types of malaria.

How it works

An antimalarial for malaria caused by sensitive parasites (mainly P. vivax) and occasionally for prevention.

How to take it

Taken as a 3-day course after food, as prescribed.

Common side effects

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Itching (common in people of African origin)
  • Blurred vision

Get medical help straight away if

  • Fainting or palpitations
  • Vision changes
  • Fits

Be careful

Can cause nausea and itching; take as prescribed.

Other medicines and interactions

Antacids reduce absorption. Heart rhythm risk with other QT-prolonging medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding for malaria treatment.

Common questions

What is Lariago?

Lariago is a tablet by Ipca containing Chloroquine 250 mg.

What is Lariago used for?

Treats and prevents some types of malaria.

How should I take Lariago?

Taken as a 3-day course after food, as prescribed. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Lariago?

Common side effects include: Nausea, headache, itching (common in people of African origin), blurred vision. Get medical help straight away for: Fainting or palpitations, vision changes, fits.

Does Lariago need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Lariago in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Considered acceptable in pregnancy and breastfeeding for malaria treatment.

What are the substitutes for Lariago?

We have no other brand with exactly the same composition and strength in our list yet. Ask your pharmacist for an equivalent.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.